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🇪🇸 **ESPAÑOL** Instagram: @amistades_latinas_berlin Meetup: meetup.com/amistades-latinas-berlin ¡Acompáñanos este viernes 12 de junio a partir de las 17:00 en Baerwaldstraße 35 (Kreuzberg) para una tarde latina con asado, karaoke, baile y nuevas amistades! 🔥 Nosotros ponemos la parrilla – trae tu propia comida para asar. 🍺 El bar vende bebidas – no se permite traer bebidas de fuera. 🎤 Karaoke toda la tarde y noche. 💃 Música latina: cumbia, reggaetón, bachata, salsa y más. 🗣️ Intercambio de idiomas (Language Tandem). 🤝 Conoce gente nueva en Berlín. 💰 Donación de entrada: 5€ Early Bird, 10€ en la entrada. 📍 Baerwaldstraße 35, 10961 Berlin (Kreuzberg). 🌍 ¡Todo el mundo es bienvenido! Energía positiva solamente ✨ *** 🇬🇧 **ENGLISH** Instagram: @amistades_latinas_berlin Meetup: meetup.com/amistades-latinas-berlin Join us on Friday, June 12th from 17:00 onwards at Baerwaldstraße 35 (Kreuzberg) for a Latin evening with BBQ, karaoke, dancing, language exchange, and new friendships! 🔥 We provide the grill – bring your own food to grill. 🍺 Drinks are sold by the bar – outside drinks are not permitted. 🎤 Karaoke throughout the evening. 💃 Latin music: cumbia, reggaeton, bachata, salsa & more. 🗣️ Language Tandem & casual conversations. 🤝 Meet new people in Berlin. 💰 Entry donation: €5 Early Bird, €10 at the door. 📍 Baerwaldstraße 35, 10961 Berlin (Kreuzberg). 🌍 Everyone is welcome – positive vibes only ✨ *** 🇩🇪 **DEUTSCH** Instagram: @amistades_latinas_berlin Meetup: meetup.com/amistades-latinas-berlin Kommt am Freitag, den 12. Juni ab 17:00 Uhr zur Baerwaldstraße 35 (Kreuzberg) für einen lateinamerikanischen Abend mit Grillen, Karaoke, Tanz, Sprachaustausch und neuen Freundschaften! 🔥 Der Grill wird von uns bereitgestellt – bringt euer eigenes Grillgut mit. 🍺 Getränke werden an der Bar verkauft – eigene Getränke sind nicht erlaubt. 🎤 Karaoke den ganzen Abend. 💃 Lateinamerikanische Musik: Cumbia, Reggaeton, Bachata, Salsa und mehr. 🗣️ Sprach-Tandem & lockere Gespräche. 🤝 Neue Leute in Berlin kennenlernen. 💰 Eintrittsspende: 5 € Early Bird, 10 € an der Abendkasse. 📍 Baerwaldstraße 35, 10961 Berlin (Kreuzberg). 🌍 Alle sind willkommen – nur positive Energie ✨ ***

Hi BBW!! One of our BBW members, Gracie, is organising this event so you will be supporting an abundance of things by going along! So not only will you be supporting Gracie in her endeavours, but in turn you will also be supporting **The Cluster Foundation**, a non-profit organisation that supports people with spinal cord injuries in Kenya. About the event Shiko and Shiru welcome you to the first edition of **Shorts&Sounds**, a community evening of Kenyan cinema, music and food. Their carefully curated short cinema program will spotlight six shorts from established and upcoming Kenyan directors, courtesy of **[LBx Africa](https://lbxafrica.com/)**, [Ng'endo Mukii, ](https://www.ngendo.com/)**[Sukuma Wiki](https://www.instagram.com/p/DV8NfY3jUpr/)** and more! This will be followed by DJ/radio sets from some Refuge Worldwide regulars and old friends: **KMRU b2b Mokeyanju** and **Emo Rugene**. Enjoy the music with a plate of delicious food, thanks to catering from Njeri. Everyone is welcome, let’s get together, exchange stories and celebrate Kenyan art and warmth. Donations will be collected at the door for **The Cluster Foundation**, a non-profit organisation that supports people with spinal cord injuries in Kenya.

Have you ever seen a comedian before and thought you yourself, "Boy, oh boy, I'd sure love to give that guy a piece of my mind!" or, "Gee-whizz that was not bad at all!" or "Fuck this person." well then **this is the show for you!** **Sometimes People Are Shit is a show where comedians try out seven minutes of new material that nobody has ever heard before**. Maybe. That I can't quite guarantee but once their sets are over you, the people, get to give your feedback to the comedian. It could be good, it could be bad, but it will always be constructive! **Show starts at 22.00 sharp**. Get there nice and early for some good pre-gaming booze and tell your friends to tell their friends and so on, and so on.

Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Berlin! Tech, AI, Data, IT, and more \~ ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Details 💰 Cost: €3 (Online only, no tickets at door) 🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks and social 📍 Belushi's Berlin (Alexanderplatz) (Inside, or ask for Tech Social) - Rosa-Luxemburg-Straße 41 🕕 6:00pm onwards every Friday ​ **Or RSVP on the website for our Discord / WhatsApp communities, and to see who else is going and what their backgrounds/seniority/interests are:** 🔗 [Link to Website](https://techsocialberlin.com/event/meetup) ​ If you cannot find us, ask staff about Tech Social, or ask in the WhatsApp community above. ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Who Should Attend? Perfect for **Berlin tech professionals** including: * **Software Developers & Engineers** (Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, React, Node.js) * **Data Scientists & Analysts** (Machine Learning, AI, Data Visualization, SQL) * **Cybersecurity Professionals** (InfoSec, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Security) * **Product Managers & Tech Entrepreneurs** * **Students & Tech Graduates** looking to break into tech * **Career Changers** entering tech industry * **Remote Workers & Digital Nomads** in Berlin * **Startup Employees & Entrepreneurs** * **Digital Marketing & Product Professionals** * **Senior Engineers** looking to mentor and network \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### What You'll Experience * 🤝 **Network with Berlin tech community** * 💼 **Job opportunities** and referrals from peers * 🚀 **Career acceleration** through peer networking * 🎯 **Skill sharing** and tech discussions * 🧠 **Knowledge sharing** on latest tech trends * 🎉 **Social activities** and games * 🧠 **Learn from peers** about real-world challenges * 🚀 **Collaborate** on projects and ideas * 🎯 **Mentorship connections** (both ways!) * 🍻 **Fun, casual atmosphere** \- no matter your seniority level \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Guidelines * Support the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed) * Maintain appropriate behavior and respect for all attendees * Bring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ​ ​ *Berlin Germany tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers Berlin Germany tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers***📱 Follow us:** [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tech.social.event) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tech.social.event/) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-social-event)

Du möchtest dein Deutsch (Niveau **A1 bis B1**) in entspannter Atmosphäre üben und neue Leute kennenlernen? Dann komm zu unserem regelmäßigen Sprachcafé ans Goethe-Institut Berlin! In unserem sonnigen Hinterhof sind alle herzlich willkommen – ganz besonders internationale Teilnehmende, die spielerisch und ohne Druck ihre Deutschkenntnisse verbessern möchten. In lockeren Gesprächsrunden tauschen wir uns aus, lachen zusammen und knüpfen neue Kontakte. Für eine gemütliche Stimmung sorgen Kaffee, Tee und Kekse – du musst nur dich selbst mitbringen. Die Veranstaltung ist kostenfrei! Voraussetzung: Deutschkenntnisse auf dem Niveau A1 bis B1 Wir freuen uns auf dich! 🌍

**Cuddling as Collective Care – all genders** for **LGBTQIA+** **[Book a Ticket](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/regenerative-touch/w26-2026)** **Member: 15 €** **Regular: 30 €** This Cuddle Puddle offers a safe, consent-based space for people of all genders within the LGBTQIA+ community to experience non-sexual touch, communal connection and rest. Guided exercises support emotional wellbeing, boundaries, and self-awareness. **Cuddle Puddles** are structured, guided spaces where people can experience the benefits of non-sexual touch — such as reduced stress, nervous system regulation, and a deeper sense of belonging. Touch, when consensual and caring, can support emotional resilience and mental health. This **Cuddle Puddle** is open to all genders within the LGBTQIA+ community, creating a space where diverse identities can meet beyond gendered expectations. A non-gender-restricted setting allows for broader empathy, mutual understanding, and connection, while honoring individual boundaries, choice, and safety at all times. **General Information** • This format is for all queer people (LGBTQIA+) interested in experiencing touch in a safe(r) setting. • This is a clothes-on format. • Bring a sheet and towel to cover cushions, mats, or massage tables. • This event will be in English • This event is also available at a reduced member price – but not part of the three-free-monthly-events benefit. • Concession tickets upon written request to **[events@wearevillage.org](mailto:events@wearevillage.org)** **Kuscheln als kollektive Fürsorge – Alle Geschlechter** für **LGBTQIA+** **[Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/regenerative-touch/w26-2026/)** **Mitglied: 15 €** **Regulärer Preis: 30 €** Dieser Cuddle Puddle bietet einen sicheren, einvernehmlichen Raum für Menschen aller Geschlechter aus der LGBTQIA+ Community, um nicht-sexuelle Nähe, gemeinschaftliche Verbindung und Entspannung zu erleben. Die angeleitete Erfahrung stärkt emotionales Wohlbefinden, Körperwahrnehmung und klare Grenzen. **Cuddle Puddles** sind angeleitete Räume für bewusste, nicht-sexuelle Berührung, die Stress reduzieren, das Nervensystem regulieren und das Gefühl von Zugehörigkeit stärken können. Konsensuelle Nähe unterstützt emotionale Stabilität und psychische Gesundheit. Diese Cuddle Puddle ist für alle Geschlechter innerhalb der LGBTQIA+ Community geöffnet. Ein nicht-geschlechtergetrennter Raum ermöglicht vielfältige Begegnungen jenseits von Rollenbildern und Erwartungen. So entsteht ein Feld für mehr Empathie, gegenseitiges Verständnis und authentische Verbindung, immer auf Basis von Wahlfreiheit, klaren Grenzen und gegenseitigem Respekt **Was ist Regenerative Berührung?** Regenerative Touch ist ein monatlicher Workshop für Queer People, bei dem wir uns gegenseitig helfen, langsamer zu werden, in unseren Körper zu kommen und in einer unterstützenden und nährenden Umgebung die wohltuende Wirkung von regenerativer Berührung erkunden. Berührung, die im täglichen Leben oft übersehen wird, ist ein grundlegendes menschliches Bedürfnis. In diesen Workshops schaffen wir einen Raum, der ausschließlich ihrer regenerativen und heilenden Kraft gewidmet ist, frei von romantischen oder sexuellen Konnotationen. Berührung kommuniziert direkt und erreicht Orte, die Worte nicht erreichen können. Hast du jemals die beruhigende Wirkung einer warmen Umarmung oder einer tröstenden Hand auf deiner Schulter erlebt? Selbst ein kurzes 15-minütiges Handhalten kann zu einer signifikanten Senkung der Herzfrequenz und des Blutdrucks führen und eine starke Entspannungsreaktion signalisieren. Eine einfache 20-sekündige Umarmung kann zu höheren Oxytocinspiegeln führen, dem Hormon, das mit Bindung und Vertrauen verbunden ist. Jeden Monat wird unser trauma-sensitiver Moderator den Abend um Themen wie Präsenz, Regulierung des Nervensystems und emotionale Sicherheit gestalten und sich auf praktisches Erleben anstatt auf zu viele Worte oder Techniken konzentrieren. Es sind keine Vorkenntnisse in Körperarbeit erforderlich – bring einfach deine Neugier mit. **Vorteile** – Erfahre eine Verringerung von Angstzuständen und Depressionen sowie eine erhöhte emotionale Widerstandsfähigkeit durch beruhigende, achtsame Berührung. – Kultiviere wertschätzende Anwesenheit und tiefere Verbindungen zu dir selbst und anderen. – Unterstütze die Heilung von Traumata und setze in einer sicheren, nährenden Umgebung Emotionen frei. – Verbessere deine Stimmung und deine Immunfunktion, indem du Stress reduzierst und Endorphine freisetzt. – Fördere ein Gefühl von Gemeinschaft und Zugehörigkeit durch gemeinsame, nonverbale Erfahrungen. – Ermutige tieferes Mitgefühl und Akzeptanz durch sanften, unterstützenden Kontakt.

* German below -
Please bring clean indoor shoes with you to the location <3 The event fee varies between 5 to 10 Euros. 

Hey You!
On Friday I will teach you a few basic steps of shuffling. We will break down the steps, in your time, in your style.
We will explore your own flow of your body to different kinds of music and how we can use it in shuffling. I want to create a safe space for everyone who is just starting their shuffle journey or is already on the path. 

Address:
Milastraße 4
10437 Berlin
“Aziza-tanzt Tanzschule” 

Hallo Du!
Diesen Freitag möchte ich Dir ein paar Basic-Schritte vom Shufflen zeigen. Wir werden die Schritte langsam durchgehen, in deiner Zeit, in deinem Tempo.
Wir werden den eigenen Flow entdecken und wie Du deinen Körper zu verschiedner Musik im Shufflen integrieren kannst.
Ich möchte für jede Person einen Safe-Space erschaffen, egal ob Du ganz Neu bist oder schon etwas gelernt hast. 

Adresse:
Milastraße 4
10437 Berlin
“Aziza-tanzt Tanzschule”

**( Note: This community is specially curated and reserved only for South Asian women with roots in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan )** Ever feel like you sometimes lose sight of your goals or need a boost of motivation to get back on track? This meetup is for passionate and driven women who want to reconnect with their ambitions and support each other in becoming the best version of themselves. Join us for coffee, good conversation, and a dose of “It girl” energy to kick-start your week strong! What we’ll do together: • Reflect on where we are in this moment of life. • Define what we want to achieve or work toward. • Create a mini plan for the next two weeks with goal setting, scheduling, and accountability pairing. ☕ Bring your favorite drink order and an open mindset! Future meetups: We’ll meet twice a month on Sunday evenings to review progress, set new intentions, and keep the motivation flowing. Who are we? Desi Girls Global(Berlin) is a community of south asian girls in Berlin supporting each other. We host free community events for Desi women in Berlin (Desi = people from South Asia). And the group is very active, not commercial at all. To keep this a safe and comfortable space, I personally add members to the WhatsApp group after meeting them. If you’re interested in joining us, I encourage you to come to one of our meetup. To keep it safe, you can be part of the group only by attending the meetup.

🌸 Girls Potluck Afternoon 🍲✨ 💟 This will be one of the last Girlhood meetups before I take a little break from hosting. If you've been thinking about joining, now is the perfect time to jump into our little group of girlies, enjoy some delicious food, and meet some lovely people. Let’s get together for a cozy afternoon of delicious food, good conversations, and meeting new friends! For this meetup, everyone is invited to bring one dish, dessert to share with the group. It can be something from your culture, your favorite recipe, or simply something you enjoy making. The idea is simple: everyone brings a little something, and together we create a table full of different flavors and stories. This meetup is all about: 🍲 Sharing food 💬 Meaningful conversations 👭 Making new friends ✨ Enjoying a relaxed afternoon together No cooking skills required — store-bought treats are welcome too! Date: 📅 Sunday, 14 June 🕑 2:00 PM Location: 📍near Rathhaus Spandau Exact location will be announced later Please RSVP only if you're able to attend and remember to let us know what you'll be bringing so we can avoid duplicates. Looking forward to a lovely afternoon together! 💛

**🎶 YAARIYAAN – An Evening of Music, Mehfil & Memories 🎶** Step into a cozy evening filled with music, laughter, stories, and soulful vibes at YAARIYAAN – a warm mehfil where strangers become friends and every song feels like home. Join us for an intimate jam session experience featuring acoustic music, live singing, guitars, open-hearted conversations, and a relaxed homely atmosphere. Whether you love to sing, play an instrument, or simply enjoy soulful evenings with good company, this is your space to unwind and connect. **✨ What to Expect:** • Acoustic jamming & singalongs • Cozy mehfil vibes • Community bonding & conversations • Open and welcoming atmosphere • Music, laughter & memories Bring your guitar, your voice, your stories — or just yourself. **📅 Date: 13th June 2026** **⏰ Time: 6 PM – 9 PM** **📍 Venue: Prachtwerk, Ganghoferstraße 2, 12043 Berlin** Come experience an evening where music meets friendship and every moment feels personal. Feel the mehfil, feel the vibe. ❤️ Note that entry to is only allowed with valid Ticket 👉Online Ticket- [https://Mehfeel-evenings-Yaariyaan.eventbrite.de](https://Mehfeel-evenings-Yaariyaan.eventbrite.de) 👉 Join our WhatsApp community [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BySNby0Ytum9owcyjiqIGr?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BySNby0Ytum9owcyjiqIGr?mode=gi_t) 👉 Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mehfeels.germany?igsh=MTZqMzFjZjlkajFoOA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr](https://www.instagram.com/mehfeels.germany?igsh=MTZqMzFjZjlkajFoOA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr)

**For our 6th Supper Club, we're heading to South India** for a brunch filled with bold flavours, comforting classics and plenty of good company. **Join us for €30 per person.** Love rasam? The sound of tadka sizzling away? The crunch of a papad or curry leaves popping in ghee? Or simply in the mood to try something new? Then this brunch has your name on it. 😉 **What are we eating?** ☕ **Firsts** – Masala Chai & Podi Aloo Cones 🥣 **Slow** – Paniyaram & Gunpowder Butter Sambar 🌿 **To Share** – Ragi Uttapam Canapés with a Chutney Trio 🍛 **Mainstay** – Malabar Parotta & Vegetable Kurma 🍮 **Last Bite** – Rava Kesari We'll be in touch shortly after your registration so keep an eye on your DMs. :)

**😋 Desire and Addiction 😋** “*People are always asking me how they can give up anger, but no one has yet asked me how to give up desire.*” (Tenzin Palmo) **Desire, craving and the like as well as how to overcome them or deal with them skillfully have been a huge topic in most ancient spiritual traditions. Addiction is connected with the mechanism of attention (besides its connection with dopamine and certain areas of the brain). Is there an addiction that is not attention-based? Moreover, Desire and Addiction relate to concepts such as Karma, Polarity, Oneness, Bliss, Evolution and much more.** **Let’s share for an afternoon about what desire and addiction is, how it comes up in our life and in spiritual practice and what kind of skillful ways to deal with it we may have.** *"He who wishes to preserve virtue, wealth, and love in this world and the next must [...] master his senses."* (Kama Sutra) 💫 **What this event offers for you:** - Guided Meditations for arriving, calming the mind and tuning into your intuition - Meeting people interested in spirituality (all levels) - Safe Space for sharing - non-hierarchical and non-judgemental - Opportunity to ask just about any question **👀 You may watch one or few of the following Videos for inspiration:** - Anna Lembke about Dopamine on the Huberman Podcast (2 hours): [https://youtu.be/p3JLaF_4Tz8?si=wMqz483pqhzV5T1T](https://youtu.be/p3JLaF_4Tz8?si=wMqz483pqhzV5T1T) - Anna Lembke about Dopamine on the Huberman Podcast (30 minutes summary): [https://youtu.be/i4gvIeA3RcI?si=Kq2JHZ_K2Ux2jGvD](https://youtu.be/i4gvIeA3RcI?si=Kq2JHZ_K2Ux2jGvD) - Sadhguru on Desire: [https://youtu.be/uoIXz3KcwME?si=OXbrU7c6z9AjzHPB](https://youtu.be/uoIXz3KcwME?si=OXbrU7c6z9AjzHPB) - J. Krishnamurthi on Desire: [https://youtu.be/s9cfsQc3lOg?si=jJGseim8JBMCr4lk](https://youtu.be/s9cfsQc3lOg?si=jJGseim8JBMCr4lk) - Mingyur Rinpoche on practicing with dualities: [https://youtu.be/0QItB5VcX0o?si=2Y5AT4VwOUiOJCDK&t=55](https://youtu.be/0QItB5VcX0o?si=2Y5AT4VwOUiOJCDK&t=55) - Ram Dass on Desire: [https://youtu.be/2K6lD6EeGBU?si=lArA-6pN3VBm_qog](https://youtu.be/2K6lD6EeGBU?si=lArA-6pN3VBm_qog) - Lama Tsultrim Allione on an introduction to the five Buddha Families: [https://youtu.be/-VwTuhfo3uc?si=Lu3ghespKANOAE-1](https://youtu.be/-VwTuhfo3uc?si=Lu3ghespKANOAE-1) - Ven. Yönten on the details of the emotions related to the five Dhyani Buddha Families: [https://youtu.be/ddqzvYrRGnU?si=vyek3-9__ivQ2bsv&t=750](https://youtu.be/ddqzvYrRGnU?si=vyek3-9__ivQ2bsv&t=750) **🧘 About the Organizer** Martin is a certified Mindfulness Teacher, Systemic Coach, Yogi and Altruist by heart who teaches Meditation and Martial Arts in different formats. However, in this meetup Martin focuses on the altruistic intention to open a space for people to share while offering as much facilitation as needed in the moment. "*Whenever a temptation comes up, we regard it as fantastically evil or challenging and we jump sideways, like a temperamental horse. There is a big problem with that: we have not accepted our world thoroughly, properly, and fully.*" (Chögyam Trungpa)

🌈 **Come stroll, stim, and be yourself—whether that means quiet connection or proudly owning your neurodivergence!** *A casual pride walk to celebrate Neurodivergent Pride Week ended with a cozy picnic.* 📍 **Meeting Point:** Landwehrkanal (Kreuzberg) https://maps.app.goo.gl/YB4CFUEtuQXHaYt76 See the exact location link on this page (it’s near the public toilet). Look for the **neurodivergent symbol** (rainbow infinity ♾️✨) and **organizers wearing "Ask Me" rainbow lanyards**. 📍**End Point:** Treptower Park - then relaxing picnic. **If you arrive late and want to catch up, join this Telegram group for the live location:** [https://t.me/+W8Wv9BynkSw0NjMy](https://t.me/+W8Wv9BynkSw0NjMy) **There will be documentation (photos and possibly video) during the event.** **If you don't want to be documented, wear a red crossed out symbol** 🚫 **nametag** (we can provide it but you can also help us by bringing them yourselves—so we can spot you easily) and we'll cover your face. We're asking for your help with this because documentation will still happen—and we want to show our pride in being neurodivergent. **🌿 Walk Vibe:** * **Laid back** – Walk at your own pace, just stay with the group. * **Sensory-mindful** – A quiet walk without added music (though we can’t control external sounds). * **Socializing? Totally Optional!** \- Chat if you feel like it\. \- Or enjoy the quiet\. **\- Nonverbal?** We have **infinity symbol** **tag** for those who prefer not to talk. Just ask an organizer! * **Safe for LGBTQ+ & BIPOC.** No racism, sexism, discrimination, ableism or hate speech—violations mean immediate removal. * This is an **adult-focused (18+)** event, but minors who are neurodivergent may attend if accompanied by a caregiver. * Organizers will provide some **pride items** to carry while you walk, if you’d like. * We will have **bookmarkers about neurodiversity** that we can share with people along the way, and you’re welcome to help if you want. **🎒 What to Bring (Optional, but welcomed):** * Neurodivergent pride items: symbols, shirts, flags, stim toys, etc. * Comfortable shoes, water, snacks, sunglasses/ear plugs – whatever helps you feel comfy. * Picnic blanket – extras welcome! We'll have a designated quiet zone at the end. * food and drinks, to replenish your self during the walk and during the picnic at the end of the wall. * And of course: **your wonderful self. No pressure to “perform” pride – just come as you are.** **🚶Walk Structure:** **Meet-Up @ Landwehrkanal:** * Look for the **rainbow infinity flag/banner**. * Short intro about the route, safety, and general vibe. * We’ll share **live location** on the event page (for late joiners – you can catch up!). **Walking Together:** * Organizers will walk at the **front, middle, and back** to keep the group together. * Need a break? Just signal an organizer! **Arrival @ Treptower Park:** * Time to relax! Spread out a blanket and unwind. * Bring snacks/drinks if you’d like (no pressure to share). * Stay as long or as little as you like – no formal end time. **⚠️ Important Notes:** * Organizers are **neurodivergent volunteers** – we’re here to guide, not to manage care. * Please be responsible for yourself and **mindful of others’ needs**. * Need something? Ask someone wearing an **"Ask Me" rainbow lanyard**. * **Allies are welcome!** Please respect that this is a **neurodivergent-centered space**. **💬 Questions?** DM the event page or drop a comment. Let’s celebrate neurodivergence – together, and at our own pace. 🌟 *(This event is DIY and community-run. Be cool, be kind.)*

Chitta Walks is for people whose days move fast, while the mind never fully lands. Thoughts keep looping even when nothing is urgent. The body moves, but attention is elsewhere. Over time, this disconnect drains clarity and ease. This walk is a simple reset. We meet in Berlin’s Tiergarten and walk at a gentle pace. Parts of the walk are in silence, with light guidance and a few short prompts. The walk itself is the practice, bringing body and mind back into the same moment. No apps. No performance. Just a clear space to slow down and notice what is happening. If you want to slow down without withdrawing from life, join a Chitta Walk. ✨ **What to expect (approx. 90 minutes):** * A short arrival and orientation * A guided silent walk (phones off, no conversation) * One concise science-based impulse on attention or stress * Optional reflection in pairs or small groups * A simple takeaway or experiment for daily life 🚶**Who this is for:** * Professionals, creatives, and people in transition. * People who feel mentally busy and want more clarity and balance. * Those curious about mindfulness, but grounded and practical. * Anyone comfortable with silence and gentle self observation. 🔔 **Practical notes:** * Duration: 60-90 minutes * Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing * No prior experience needed * Group size is limited to keep the space quiet and focused 🧭 **Facilitator:** My name is Partha Sarathi, you can call me PS. I have lived in Berlin for over 12 years. With a background in physics and materials science, my interest in mindfulness grew through personal experience with stress and health challenges. I facilitate the space and structure of the walk, inviting shared exploration rather than instruction. 🤔 **Why Chitta Walks?** Chitta is a Sanskrit word referring to the mind or field of awareness, used here in a practical, non-religious sense. Chitta Walks is about noticing how the mind works by slowing down and walking together. Mindful walking makes thought patterns visible in real time, while moving and sensing in the world. The name points to a simple capacity: noticing what is happening in the mind without immediately trying to fix, judge, or optimize it. 🌿 **Possible effects:** A calmer nervous system. Clearer attention. A felt sense of being more present in your body. Subtle insights into how your mind reacts under everyday conditions. A quieter, more grounded way of moving through the city. **Come as you are. Walk. Notice. Leave with a little more space inside.**

Over a billion documents processed. Millions of Veterans impacted. Hundreds of thousands of employee hours saved. Faster decisions. Greater accuracy. More benefits in the hands of our disabled Veterans. We created Smart Search, the world’s largest consumer of Amazon Textract, right when GenAI began reshaping what’s possible. Since then, we’ve built a suite of AI‑driven solutions that transform this data into real, measurable outcomes—accelerating benefits decisions for our Nation’s Veterans. Join us for a focused conversation on how an outcome‑driven approach to AI is helping us boost accuracy, streamline workflows, and deliver faster results for those who have served. This is a follow up to the AWS re:Invent 2023 "Intelligent Document Processing with Gen AI for Public Sector" presentation. About Speaker: Cameron Williams is a Senior Technical Project Manager and cross-functional technical leader at Booz Allen Hamilton with 15+ years of experience architecting and evolving scalable, cloud-native systems, from greenfield development to complex enterprise modernization. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronw711/ **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle **SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free! Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **you’ll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, it’s designed to be simple, creative, and a good time. We’ll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and we’ll handle the rest. While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for. Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/) *** ### What to Expect: * Guided candle making experience * Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance * 100% soy wax candles * Optional drinks and snacks * Time to relax while your candle cools *** ### Important Notes: * Please arrive on time so we can start together * Candles will need time to set before taking home * This is a beginner-friendly event *** ### RSVP Required Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat. **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Credit Card * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

**TBA**

Discover Inner Engineering in Columbus! Saturday June 13th Choose a location & Time: Holiday Inn Express : 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Rangoli -The Indian Mall: 7:00 PM -8:00 PM [RSVP](https://innerengineering.sadhguru.org/columbus?fbclid=IwdGRzaASVdldjbGNrBJV2TmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHmTH5dVmwyksT8x39dKxCZZPJm96hYF7q4m6CmzfjsgJ14o3X4jux71er_mq_aem_W51vRnuLMzlDtxYJWPuqKg&sfnsn=wa)

This month we’ll be reading Goddess of the River by Vaishnavi Patel. Feel free to come even if you don’t finish the book!

Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link : **Reserve** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-columbus-online-tickets-1988563717610?aff=meetup **QUESTIONS ?** Pls Reach out to; Ridhi - +971504724873 ( WhatsApp Only)